CarVerify

Free Car Check

G482 MGC

1989 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 1809cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

172,245 mi
Last recorded172,245 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Reliant Scimitar76,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG482 MGC
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 172,245 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 172,241 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front ARB link bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2024 171,692 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 170,917 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 170,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 169,931 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 169,688 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 168,976 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 167,961 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 166,770 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear shock absorbers (2.7.2a)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 165,976 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 165,195 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 165,195 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 159,744 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 153,345 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 153,323 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 147,245 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 142,000 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 137,463 miles

offside front tyre worn very low inner edge

Fail 9 Jul 2009 137,463 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside front tyre worn very low inner edge

Pass 1 Jul 2008 133,306 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 128,094 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 123,058 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?

Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,606
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,049
Stop lamp not working 851
Steering rack gaiter split 800
parking brake recording little or no effort 710
Full Reliant Scimitar reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G482 MGC is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1989 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 76,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G482 MGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 37 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G482 MGC?

You can check the full history of G482 MGC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G482 MGC registered?

G482 MGC is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G482 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G482 MGC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G482 MGC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G482 MGC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.